India-U.K. FTA more than just about trade: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

📌 Summary:

• Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said the India–U.K. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) goes beyond trade and technology, opening many doors for people in both countries
• Trade, technology, and regional and international security are the key pillars of PM Modi's bilateral discussions
• The remarks were made on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian (Misri addressed the media on June 18, 2026)

🎯 UPSC Relevance: GS2 IR — India–U.K. bilateral ties, free-trade diplomacy and India's engagement at plurilateral forums such as the G7.

📝 Prelims Facts:

• FTA — a Free Trade Agreement involving tariff and non-tariff liberalisation
• PM Modi attended the G7 Summit held in Evian
• Three pillars highlighted: trade, technology, and regional/international security

🔑 Key Term: Free Trade Agreement — a pact reducing tariffs and barriers to boost bilateral trade and investment.